A BIM-Based Tool for Assessing Sustainability in Buildings Using the Green Pyramid Rating System

Green construction management is an approach that aims to promote sustainable solutions in building design and construction. However, the complexity variability scenarios often pose challenges implementing these practices effectively. This study proposes a collaborative framework for green leverages automated semi-automated simulations facilitate performance-based decision making. The utilizes pyramid rating system (GPRS) as third-party certification assessment provider. It employs various BIM analysis software tools, including Dynamo codes Autodesk Revit add-in plug-ins using API, extract information parameters from model. data are used perform quantitative calculations comprehensive aid makers investigating, analyzing, improving, assessing sustainability aspects throughout project. proposed enables structured incorporates variable consecutive level of details/development (LOD) life cycle phases. A case office new administrative capital Egypt demonstrates effectiveness promoting solutions. interoperability decisions this provides valuable tool practices. use simulations, following GPRS, helps ensure advocated, interrogated, refined framework’s investigate, analyze, improve, assess